Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 317 of 1791 Michigan car dealers from 975 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $306.
210 of 317 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 37 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 15, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 317 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1791 dealers →Page Honda Bloomfield
Bloomfield Hills, MI
$26 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesPreferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MI
$26 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesSimms Chevrolet
Clio, MI
$26 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLafontaine
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Imlay City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Imlay City, MIImlay City, MI
Ed Rinke
Center Line, MICenter Line, MI
Lafontaine Ford Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Lafontaine Kia Ann Arbor
Ypsilanti, MIYpsilanti, MI
Jmb Auto Sports Llc
Flint, MIFlint, MI
Genesis Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
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Michigan doc fee law
Michigan caps doc fees at 5% of the vehicle price up to a dollar limit the state adjusts periodically (roughly $260). Michigan quotes above that level deserve a second look.
Michigan Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 276 rated Michigan dealers is $306, based on 975 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Michigan doc fees at approximately $260.
Who are the best car dealers in Michigan?
Page Honda Bloomfield, Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven, Simms Chevrolet lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 210 of 317 rated Michigan dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Michigan dealers graded?
Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new Michigan quotes are verified.
How Michigan compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Michigan
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Michigan is $306. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 69% of dealers in Michigan charge no mandatory add-ons.
- Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
- Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.